David Austin Rose Gabriel Oak

David Austin Rose ‘Gabriel Oak’

Plant Fact File:

• Plant Type: Shrub Rose
• Cultivar: ‘Gabriel Oak’
• Container Size: 3L
• Height: 20cm (from soil level to the top of the plant)
• Established Height: Approximately 1.2m
• Flower Color: Soft pink
• Flower Form: Fully double
• Fragrance: Strong, Myrrh with a hint of fruit
• Bloom Time: Summer to fall
• Growth Habit: Upright, bushy
• Aspect: Full sun to partial shade
• Soil Type: Well-draining, fertile soil
• Hardiness: USDA zones 5-9

Description:

The David Austin Rose ‘Gabriel Oak’ is a charming shrub rose prized for its soft pink blooms and strong myrrh fragrance with a hint of fruit. This cultivar comes in a 3L container, with a height of approximately 20cm from soil level to the top of the plant and an established height of around 1.2m. With its upright, bushy growth habit, ‘Gabriel Oak’ adds elegance and fragrance to any garden setting.

Key Features:

• Soft Pink Blooms: ‘Gabriel Oak’ produces fully double blooms in a delicate shade of soft pink, creating a romantic and captivating display throughout the summer and fall months.
• Fragrance: The flowers emit a strong myrrh fragrance with a hint of fruit, creating a delightful sensory experience in the garden. The fragrance is particularly enticing on warm, sunny days.
• Upright Growth Habit: With its upright and bushy growth habit, ‘Gabriel Oak’ makes an excellent focal point in borders or can be planted as a standalone specimen. It also performs well in containers, bringing beauty and fragrance to patios and balconies.
• Hardy and Easy to Grow: ‘Gabriel Oak’ is hardy in USDA zones 5-9 and is relatively low-maintenance. It thrives in well-draining, fertile soil and prefers full sun to partial shade.

Planting Tips:

1. Choose a sunny to partially shaded location with well-draining soil.
2. Dig a hole slightly larger than the pot size and loosen the soil at the bottom.
3. Carefully remove the plant from its container and gently tease out the roots.
4. Place the plant in the center of the hole and backfill with soil, firming it gently around the roots.
5. Water thoroughly after planting and maintain consistent moisture during the growing season.
6. Mulch around the base of the plant to conserve moisture and suppress weeds.
7. Prune lightly in late winter or early spring to maintain shape and encourage new growth.